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Head of Electrical Design & Grid Connections

Posted 2 days 2 hours ago by Netzero People

Permanent
Not Specified
Design Jobs
London, United Kingdom
Job Description

Net Zero People are working with a leading BESS Renewable Power developer who are looking for a Head of Electrical Design & Grid Connections.

Main Duties
  • Establishing and leading the Electrical Design Functionality.
  • Formulating and evolving our in-house grid targeting strategy.
  • Modelling & Assessing our current grid connections in terms of future curtailments and constraints along with our Optimisation Team.
  • Overseeing all grid development processes.
  • Serving as the primary contact for all network utilities, both distribution and transmission.
  • Managing ICP tender and selection processes, defining scopes of work, and reviewing responses.
  • Collaborating with the team to assess grid suitability for early-stage projects.
  • Establishing and maintaining relationships with leading ICPs.
  • Providing grid/connection technical support during asset construction.
  • Developing and managing in-house grid technical standards and tools.
  • Conducting technical due diligence on grid and connection aspects for project acquisitions and disposals.
Minimum Requirements
  • Over 8 years of experience in working with Utilities or Network Operators.
  • Profound understanding of grid connection policies and regulations, including grid acceleration and queue management processes.
  • Well-established in the electrical network sector, actively engaged with organisations like the ENA.
  • Strong connections to key industry players, iDNOs, and DNOs.
  • Familiarity with ICP design and construction, including contract negotiation.
  • Electrical Engineering or similar university degree supplemented by industry experience.
  • Background in technical consulting, a network utility, or project development.
  • Previous experience conducting due diligence for potential project acquisitions, particularly focusing on grid connection risks.
  • Self-starter comfortable working within a small and agile team.
  • High technical competence, specifically as a power engineer.
  • Excellent reporting and presentation skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with external parties.
  • Ability to represent the business at external grid-related events and meetings.
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